Product Details

The Year of the Snake is the sixth in the 12-year cycle of the Chinese Lunar Calendar, otherwise known as the Zodiac. Since 1996, Perth Mint has showcased the animals of the Zodiac in its Lunar Series programs. As of 2020, Perth Mint is on its Lunar Series III program with all-new designs for each animal. Right now, 2025 5 oz Australian Silver Lunar Snake Coins are available from Bullion Metals.

Arrives in an individual protective capsule!6thissue of the Lunar Series III Silver collection!Unlimited mintage in 2025!Contains 5 Troy oz of .9999 pure silver in BU condition.Bears a face value of $8 (AUD) backed by the federal government of Australia.Obverse depicts King Charles III.Reverse includes the image of a snake.Micro-engraved security feature on the reverse.Artwork by Sean Rogers

Arrives in an individual protective capsule!

6thissue of the Lunar Series III Silver collection!

Contains 5 Troy oz of .9999 pure silver in BU condition.

Bears a face value of $8 (AUD) backed by the federal government of Australia.

Obverse depicts King Charles III.

Reverse includes the image of a snake.

Micro-engraved security feature on the reverse.

2025 is the Year of the Wood Snake. The concept of the Wood Snake specifically relates to the Chinese system of Wu Xing, or Five Elements. This system, which includes Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water, is used to add another layer of meaning to the zodiac animals. Each year is associated not only with an animal but also with one of these five elements.

Obverse designs on 2025 Australian Silver Lunar Snakes feature the first appearance of His Majesty King Charles III in this series. Since the 1996 debut, Lunar Series coins have featured effigies of Queen Elizabeth II. This included the first five coins in the Lunar Series III program. Now, Charles III debuts in this program in left-profile relief in a design from Dan Thorne.

Reverse visuals on 2025 5 oz Silver Lunar Snake Coins include the image of a coiled snake in a jungle setting. The background features a river winding off into the jungle with mountains in the distance. The coiled snake is in the foreground where it can be found beneath overhanging leaves.